The proposed bill aims to establish privacy regulations in multi-occupancy restrooms, changing rooms, and sleeping quarters by mandating that these facilities be designated for the exclusive use of either males or females. It requires individuals to use the facilities that correspond to their designated sex, as defined by biological and genetic criteria. The bill also outlines specific definitions for terms such as "male," "female," "changing room," and "public building," reaffirming traditional understandings of sex in law. Covered entities, which include correctional centers, juvenile detention facilities, and public schools, are required to take reasonable steps to ensure privacy from members of the opposite sex in these designated areas.
Additionally, the bill provides exceptions for individuals entering facilities designated for the opposite sex under certain circumstances, such as for custodial services or medical assistance. It establishes a private cause of action for individuals who encounter members of the opposite sex in designated facilities, allowing them to seek legal remedies against the covered entity responsible. The bill is set to take effect immediately upon passage and approval, and it includes provisions for severability, ensuring that if any part of the act is deemed invalid, the remaining valid parts will still be enforceable.